Lipscomb University
Nashville, Tennessee · Private
Lipscomb University admitted 74% of 3,422 applicants (Common Data Set 2021-2022). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1120–1280 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 69% of students graduate within six years.
This college’s newest public report is from 2021-2022, so some numbers may be out of date.
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Application deadlines
Lipscomb University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- October 15, 2026
- Early action II
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- January 15, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Lipscomb University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Lipscomb University asks for a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Lipscomb University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Lipscomb University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Lipscomb University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Character
Considered
- Class rank
- Essay
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Race or ethnicity
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.73 GPA. 33% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $59,678 a year. After grants, students paid $27,386 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Lipscomb University’s acceptance rate?
Lipscomb University admitted 74% of applicants: 2,532 of 3,422 (Common Data Set 2021-2022).
When is Lipscomb University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due October 15, 2026, early action II is due November 15, 2026, and regular decision is due January 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Lipscomb University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1120 to 1280, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Lipscomb University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Lipscomb University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Lipscomb University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Lipscomb University asks for a counselor recommendation.
Does Lipscomb University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Lipscomb University asks 3 questions of its own on top of the main essay (three short answers). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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